Details Report for:
17-3024.01 - Robotics Technicians
Build, install, test, and maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
This title represents an occupation for which data collection is currently underway.
Tasks | Interests | Work Values | Education | Wages & Employment | Additional Information
Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.
- Disassemble and reassemble robots or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors.
- Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.
- Install, program, and repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
- Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
- Test performance of robotic assemblies using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.
- Train robots using artificial intelligence software and interactive training techniques to perform simple or complex tasks such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.
- Troubleshoot robotic systems using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Align, fit, or assemble component parts using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
- Attach wires between controllers.
- Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Inspect installation sites.
- Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
- Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.
- Document robotics test procedures and results.
- Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures using metalworking machines.
- Maintain inventories of production supplies such as sensors and cables.
- Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
- Program complex systems such as vision systems.
- Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
 Occupational Interest |
Interest |
|
|---|---|---|
95   |
Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. | |
| 56 |
Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally. | |
| 33 |
Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. | |
| 17 |
Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules. | |
| 11 |
Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. | |
| 0 |
Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others. | |
Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Extent |
Work Value |
|
|---|---|---|
| 78 |
Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical. | |
| 72 |
Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions. | |
| 67 |
Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. | |
| 67 |
Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. | |
| 67 |
Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status. | |
| 45 |
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. | |
Education
Education data collected from Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
Percentage of Respondents |
Education Level Attained |
|---|---|
| 54 |
Some college |
| 27 |
High school or less |
| 18 |
Bachelor's degree or higher |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
survey of employees aged 25-44.
Wages & Employment Trends
National
Median wages data collected from Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
Employment data collected from Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
Industry data collected from Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
| Median wages (2008) | $22.27 hourly, $46,310 annual |
| Employment (2008) | 16,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2008-2018) | 
Decline slowly or moderately (-3% to -9%)
|
| Projected job openings (2008-2018) | 3,100 |
| Top industries (2008) | Manufacturing (59% employed in this sector)
Wholesale Trade (11%)
|
State & National
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2008 wage data
and 2008-2018 employment projections
.
"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
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- Engineering technicians
. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.